We are individuals who have chosen to give back to the community and make their own experience more satisfying by participating in the maintenance, enhancement and proper use of the trail system.
A work group that assists Vernon in keeping its hiking trails open. We use heavy duty string trimmers and safety gear. If you don’t have either or both they will be assigned. We do weed whack poison ivy if it infringes on the trail.
If you enjoy gardening, we currently manage ten plantings on or near the Rail Trail. In the spring work parties spread mulch and do a spring cleanup on each. The rest of the year our Planting Adopters, each of which has taken ownership of a planting, will weed, water, dead head, etc. to … Continue Reading ››
You may also elect to be a Trail Manager who takes ownership of a trail segment (most segments are 0.8 to 1.9 miles) which has not already been assigned. A Trail Manager’s duties may include but are not limited to: removing sticks, rocks and other debris; pruning small limbs; cutting back encroaching vegetation … Continue Reading ››
All volunteers must agree to follow the “Proper Use” policies which are highlighted in the previous section "Who Are We And What Do We Do?".
Participation in maintenance projects is not mandatory as we realize time and physical restrictions may not allow all members to participate at this level; … Continue Reading ››
Contact us via our e-mail address at vgvpresident@gmail.com with questions. If you would like to join include your name, address, phone number and e-mail address. Virtually all contact is via e-mail.
It is a way for those who use the Vernon trail system to participate in their community while improving this resource and experiencing the fun of interacting with like minded people. You will be kept abreast of trail happenings and events through periodic e-mails. Vernon Greenways Volunteers T-Shirts, windbreakers and baseball caps are … Continue Reading ››
A work group that assists Vernon in combating erosion on our multi-use trails. The town delivers stone dust to a site we designate and a small vehicle for us to move that stone dust to the area in need of repair.
Tools are supplied for projects. Due to liability and safety issues chain saws will not be used. Contact the town at (860) 870-3520 if a large limb or tree is on the trail.
*Main Road, Rail Road Brook, Valley Falls Loop, and Braille Trails, only.